Mastering Unix

Mastering Unix, 9780782128178 (0782128173), Sybex, 2000

All Your Unix Questions—Answered!

Mastering Unix is your source for everything you need to know about today’s most influential operating system. Inside, two Unix experts provide essential information on a wide range of Unix flavors, concentrating on Linux, FreeBSD, and Solaris8. Whether you’re just getting started with Unix or want a resource to help you handle system administration’s toughest chores, this example-filled book will answer all your questions and promote the skills you need to succeed. Coverage includes:

Using the Unix shell
Using X-Windows
Configuring and using remote services
Connecting to the Internet
Creating user accounts
Creating user groups
Designing and building a network
Using Unix utilities
Programming the shell
Setting up and administering a mail server
Setting up and administering a news server
Setting up and administering a Web server
Implementing effective security practices

About the Author

Kate Wrightson and Joe Merlino are freelance technical writers, and authors of several other books about Linux and Unix. They live in Athens, Georgia, with their two dogs.

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